About this role
Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.
Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.
The location in Kingsport, (Tennessee, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Sr Reliability Engineer. This job is full-time permanent.
This position is part of the Kingsport Packaging Mill Maintenance Team and plays a critical role in the overall reliability and performance of manufacturing and infrastructure equipment. The Reliability Engineer’s primary purpose is to lead the team of hourly and contract employees to maintain and improve the mill’s asset base. This will be done using predictive and preventative maintenance technology including but not limited to tools such as vibration analysis, infrared, ultrasonic, precision lubrication, and motion amplification (high speed camera).
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and implement process and equipment reliability improvement by working closely with operations and maintenance personnel.
- Maintaining Key reliability processes and workstreams in accordance with the One Domtar Standards
- Utilize predictive and preventative maintenance program to identify and correct equipment issues
- Identifies and implements improvements in process and equipment reliability across the Mill by working closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering personnel.
- Solve problems utilizing the mills RCPE program
- Supports the mills goal for safety, environmental, and other areas of need
- Supports maintenance team by assisting with resolving technical issues and repair procedures / troubleshooting.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor`s degree in Mechanical Engineering; or degree in a maintenance and/or reliability related field.
- Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on experience with Mechanical/reliability maintenance.
- Analytical, critical thinking, and proven knowledge of reliability systems, methods, processes and problem-solving skills
- Proficient planning, organization, and time-management skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Working degree in computer literacy, including computer-based maintenance software (SAP) and Microsoft Office
- Experience in RCM, FMEA and CMRP Certification
- Knowledgeable in areas of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and reliability
- Experience developing and managing predictive technology programs (including but not limited to vibration analysis, ultrasonic, motion amplification, and infrared routes)
- Experience developing and managing preventative technology programs (including but not limited to precision lubrication and essential care routes)
- Experience in development and implementation of reliability training programs
- Rotating equipment troubleshooting aptitude
Critical Competencies for Success
- Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels within the mill
- High degree of collaboration with both Maintenance and Operations personnel
- Ability to interpret and apply principles of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).
Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.
Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.
To learn more about our company, consult the Domtar Company Web Site and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter.
Other facts
About Domtar Products
Domtar is a leading, privately held manufacturer of diversified forest products, with a workforce of roughly 14,000 employees in more than 40 locations across North America. The company has an annual capacity of 9.1 million metric tons of pulp, paper, packaging and tissue annually, and has an annual production capacity of about 3 billion board feet of lumber and other wood products. Formerly known as the Paper Excellence Group, Domtar is comprised of legacy businesses Paper Excellence Canada Holdings Corporation, Domtar Corporation and Resolute Forest Products.
Domtar prides itself on operational excellence, delivering sustainable, high-quality, and cost-effective products to meet and exceed customer needs globally. The company is committed to turning sustainable wood fiber into everyday essential products.
Domtar est l'un des principaux fabricants privés de produits forestiers diversifiés, avec un effectif d'environ 14 000 employés répartis sur plus de 40 sites en Amérique du Nord. L'entreprise a une capacité annuelle de 9,1 millions de tonnes métriques de pâte, de papier, d'emballage et de papier tissu, ainsi qu'une capacité de production annuelle d'environ 3 milliards de pieds-planche de bois d'œuvre et d'autres produits du bois. Anciennement connu sous le nom de Paper Excellence Group, Domtar est composé des entreprises Paper Excellence Canada Holdings Corporation, Domtar Corporation et Produits forestiers Résolu.
Domtar est fière de son excellence opérationnelle, de ses produits durables, de haute qualité et rentables qui répondent aux besoins de ses clients à l'échelle mondiale et les dépassent. L'entreprise s'engage à transformer la fibre de bois durable en produits essentiels à la vie de tous les jours.
What you'll do
- The Sr Reliability Engineer will lead a team to maintain and improve the mill’s asset base using predictive and preventative maintenance technologies. They will work closely with operations and maintenance personnel to identify and implement reliability improvements.
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